On entering the water the first buoy is slightly off to the left. Once you have taken the first right-turn the second leg involves a long straight swim to the second buoy. Due to its length there is an intermediate buoy to aid with navigation. The second turning buoy signals the home stretch and the finish line is on the slipway.
EVENT PROGRAMME
Day |
Event |
Distance (m) |
Time |
Category |
|
1 |
3,000m |
07:00:00 |
Men & women - all ages |
|
2 |
500m |
09:00:00 |
Fun swim |
|
3 |
1,000m |
10:00:00 |
Women - all ages |
|
4 |
1,000m |
11:00:00 |
Men - all ages |
PRIZES AND GIVE-AWAYS
A gold medal is awarded to the first swimmer in each age category and silver to the second and third positions. Cash prizes are awarded to the winners. Floating trophies go to the fastest male and female entrants. Medals go the first 400 finishers.
WATER QUALITY
This is a silt dam and consequently visibility is greatly restricted. The water is beige but it is pleasant. The temperature is relatively warm at about 23°C.
LAYOUT
The course is laid out in order to provide a long straight section. The start and finish areas are separated by about 100 metres and participants must walk to the start after registering. The start takes place from the water’s edge.
FACILITES
There is a large shaded picnic area with braai facilities. The area includes two caravan parks and toilet facilities. Camping sites and chalets are available.